Grace is led by a team of elected representatives to our Bishop’s Committee.
They work in collaboration with the Vicar. Our staff supports the Vicar in facilitating ministry and care for the whole congregation.
They work in collaboration with the Vicar. Our staff supports the Vicar in facilitating ministry and care for the whole congregation.
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The Reverend Scott Painter, VicarScott joined Grace Episcopal Church in the fall of 2018. Prior to his ministry as a Priest, Scott served as a pastor in another church and then taught English in public and private high schools for many years. He holds degrees from Evangel University in Springfield, Missouri, The University of Houston and the Seminary of the Southwest in Austin. Prior to joining us at Grace in 2018, Scott served at St. Stephen’s, Houston.
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The Reverend Dr. John K. Graham,
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The Reverend Dawn Shepler, DeaconDawn sensed a call to be a Deacon in 2009 while living in North Carolina. She earned her Master of Divinity degree from Illif School of Theology and was ordained in the Diocese of Colorado in 2017 while serving as a chaplain in Missouri. Dawn is a licensed Chaplain serving mental health patients in Harris County. At Grace, Dawn’s ministry is centered on serving, outreach, and pastoral care.
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Paul English, Music DirectorPaul English is an internationally recognized composer, pianist, producer and educator. He has performed and recorded with such jazz greats as Dizzy Gillespie, Arnett Cobb, Kirk Whalum and David Liebman and he has produced a number of jazz and classical recordings, including a 2009 collaboration with country legends Willie Nelson, Ray Price and Johnny Bush and a 2010 CD, Bring Him Home, a debut recording for lyric tenor, Todd Miller, and Hour of Tranquility for mezzo-soprano Sonja Bruzauskas (2015).
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Liz Luna, Children's MinisterI am very excited to be part of this community. I am originally from Mexico but have lived all my life in the Houston/Pasadena area. I have worked with kids and teens since I was 15 years old helping with Godly Play in the Pre-K and 1st grade classroom. I was the children's and youth chapel coordinator at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Pasadena, and youth minister at St. Andrew's in the Heights and St. Paul's in Houston.
GraceChildren@graceinhouston.org |
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Ms. Edolia James, Head of SchoolEdolia is passionate in guiding the growth of children by providing fun, hands-on experiences that enhance children’s learning development in all areas. She is the Head of Grace Episcopal School serving students from infancy (6 weeks old) up to age five.
Edolia@graceinhouston.org |
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Ms. Elizabeth Martin, Office AssistantElizabeth is an experienced administrative assistant who has worked in social services with special needs adults. She has worked in several different environments building efficient work systems and streamlining communications. Elizabeth, her partner, Bill, and their children attend Christ Church Cathedral in downtown Houston. She is excited to serve on the team at Grace as we grow and serve our community.
Office@graceinhouston.org |
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Ms. Robin Talamini Campbell, BookkeeperRobin has a passion for health, fitness, people and God.
Accounting@graceinhouston.org |
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Mr. Mario Ruiz, SextonMario has served the Grace community for 20+ years. Mario works to maintain and clean the building and grounds for both church and school. He loves football and the Cowboys.
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